Chapter 67 - #67

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Chapter 67: The Uncovering

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"I'm sorry for what my mom said earlier. That's really how she talks. Always straightforward," Kellen apologized to me while driving. We are in the car now because he is taking me home.

Honestly, I wasn't offended. I even laughed at what her mom said. "Your mom is actually funny," I told him.

"Really?" he asked incredulously. He thought maybe I was offended by what his mom said earlier but I wasn't. She even wants me to go shopping with her. I'm happy that we can bond so that I can get to know her better.

"Yes. Your dad is also sweet earlier to her," I said happily. I even smiled when I remembered how they teased each other lately. "If our parents were still alive, I assume they will always be like that, teasing each other all the time but will still always be happy." I suddenly missed mom and dad. I mean, every day. But I seem to feel pain in my heart again every time I think it will be a long time before I see them again.

"I'm sure that wherever your parents are, they're proud of you, you and Summer," he replied which made me smile somehow.

We even talked about some personal things about our lives while on the trip. What others say is true. Even if you talk to the person you love over and over again, you'll always feel the excitement. Kellen also has many stories that prove that he is really a different person when he is not at work. I can't believe he was really a playboy then. Now I believe he won't do now the things he used to do that he knew would hurt me.

A few minutes passed and we are already here in the apartment. We see each other every day but I still feel so lonely every time he leaves after taking me home. It was as if we still lacked time together. I think I'm getting clingy as time passes by. Is it really like this when you love?

We got out of the car and stood in front of the apartment door. "Thank you for tonight. You don't know how happy I am today. I didn't make a mistake in my decision to join you for dinner. I really hope your parents will fully accept me."

He smiled slightly. "Liv," he called to me before touching both my cheeks. "They'll like you. Do you think mom will take you shopping if she doesn't like you? She rarely asks for a companion when shopping at the mall. Other than dad, she sometimes asks one of our helpers to go with her. All I can say is, she wants to meet you." My heart rejoiced because of his explanation. 

I hugged him and he hugged me back. I feel so comfortable in his arms. It was very peaceful and I could feel his love for me. Nor I'll ever get tired of saying that he is the first man to make me feel this kind of love and affection. There is no one else but him, only him.

After we hugged, someone came. I know that this is Dylan's car because he also often takes Summer home every after school and also when Summer will go home late. I also remember Summer asking permission to me earlier because there will also be dinner at Dylan's house with relatives because it's his mom and dad's anniversary today. I'm also glad because what Summer told me is that Dylan's family is very kind to her.

When the two of them went down, Dylan greeted me immediately. "Good evening, Liv. And to you Mr. Deckard Parker." He faced Kellen.

Kellen looked at him. "Oh, you know me?"

I laughed at Kellen's question. Occasionally, he was still shocked whenever he meets a stranger who suddenly greets him out of nowhere. Sometimes it scares him and it's funny.

"Yes. You're the owner of the Parker hotel. You're also the grandson of the late Deckard Parker, right?" Dylan asked respectfully.

"Yes, I am," Kellen answered.

"My father used to work for him back in the day," Dylan said.

"Oh, that's very nice to know," Kellen replied. "May I know your name?"

"Dylan. Dylan Henderson. I'm Liv's sister's boyfriend," he introduced himself.

"Well, it's nice meeting you, young man." Kellen shook his hand.

"Your boyfriend speaks very formally. It's boring, Liv," Summer complained jokingly.

"Nice to meet you too, Liv's judgy sister," Kellen said seriously but I knew he was just joking with Summer as well.

"Just make sure you take care of Liv." Summer crossed her arms as if she were a boss ordering her staff. "She's vulnerable sometimes."

"Okay, madame. Your order will be obeyed," Kellen said instantly so I just laughed at the two of them. If they grew up together, is this how they will treat each other too?

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After I took a shower, I did my regular skincare routine. If Summer always comes to my room to sleep, now I will sleep with her in her bedroom. And one more thing, I plan to tell her the truth. I know I can't get rid of her to be surprised but I don't want to hide it from her for long.

I knocked and I heard the music she was playing. She immediately opened the door for me even though it was not locked. I went inside and we sat on her bed together. Actually, her room is bigger than mine. We switched because I noticed that she has more stuff than me and she needs a big space to occupy.

"Why are you here?" she asked before turning off the music.

"Why, you don't want me to sleep next to you?" I dramatically held my chest.

"Crazy. It's not like that. You don't usually come here. Do you want to talk about something?"

Summer knows me so well. She knows if I have a problem or if something is bothering my mind. She cares for me so much. Sometimes I wonder who the two of us is the big sister. I also noticed that apart from being smart, she also has a mature mindset.

"Actually, I have something to confess," I began. "And I want you to listen carefully on this."

"I'm all ears," she replied to me immediately.

A few seconds passed and she was waiting for me to speak. I took a deep breath first to boost up my courage because it is not easy to do what I am going to do now. I also know that I will not regret it because this is what I should do, this is the right thing to do.

"Summer, remember the last time we talked about your real family?" I asked her and she nodded immediately.

"What about it?" she asked.

"I found out something. I'm not a hundred percent sure of it but I think I already know who they are," I told her and she was stunned for a few seconds before answering.

"You know them?" she asked in astonishment and I nodded.

I couldn't think of a way to keep her from being surprised. If also I was in her position, I wouldn't be able to hide my emotions. Who wouldn't be surprised when you find out something like this?

"How?" she asked further.

"I saw a picture," I replied to her.

"Picture? Am I in that picture?" she asked next and I nodded.

"I also know the one with you in the picture." Summer no longer knew what the reaction should be. I see a mixture of confusion and shock on her face now.

"Who? Who's with me?"

I couldn't answer right away as if something was holding me back because it was as hard to say Kellen's name, that he is Summer's sister.

"Liv?" She called me like she's now being curious about whom I'm pertaining to.

"Kellen. I saw Kellen on the picture with you," I told her.

Summer was speechless as to how I expected her to be.

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